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Posted on June 12, 2009 by Lee Lazarus | Posted under Legal
Important Actions to Take in a Slip and Fall Accident
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There are many different ways that people slip and fall. Some of the most common accidents of this nature occur in public places such as malls, grocery stores or other publicly occupied places where floors may be wet. If you are the victim of such an accident, it is important that you realize you right to be compensated for your injury. If you have just fallen and are injured, let an ambulance come to tend to your needs. Don’t try to move and don’t allow anyone other than a paramedic or other medical professional move you. Make sure that the authorities are alerted as well as it may be necessary to have the police provide you with an incident report in the future. As soon as you are able, contact your insurance agent. Provide all the details of the accident and request that a claim be filed. This is to file for compensation you are entitled to if you are unable to work. You will also need to contact your employer right away to let them know you will not be returning directly to work. It is very likely that you will have to file a claim with your employer for compensation under any disability program you may be eligible for. A third call important call to make is to your attorney. If you do not have one, you can check the phone book or Internet for a directory of accident and injury lawyers. Most will come to your hospital room if need be, discuss your case and advise you of the legal steps you should take to ensure you are treated properly with respect to your accident. All of this consultation is generally done at no cost or obligation to you and often advertised as such. With all of the contacts you find it necessary to make and the papers to be filled out, it is most important that you get the medical care you require to properly heal from any injuries you have sustained. While it is important to get the necessary paperwork filed and to keep track of all communication in writing, your health must be restored to the best possible level as you go about pursuing compensation for your injuries. Be sure to read all documents and to be aware of any time constraints that exist. Some companies require you to file a claim of injury within a very specific amount of time, such as ten days after the slip and fall occurs. Don’t sign any legal agreements if you are not absolutely clear what the agreement is, such as a settlement. About The Author: Lee Lazarus is an experienced online writer. Here he writes for BGRBloomer an accident claims specialist. BGRBloomer have been working with all types of accident claims and injury claims. |
Tags: ACCIDENT CLAIMS, LEGAL, INJURY CLAIMS
